Enhanced Security Officer (ESO) - Hinkley Point C

EDF; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent Contract

22 Days Paid leave per year

Industry Sick Pay

Daily Travel Allowance

National Pension Scheme

Discounts (Dell, Vodafone, O2)

Perks at work

Insurance discounts

Health cash back scheme

Job summary

G4S Secure Solutions Limited at Hinkley Point C seeks an Enhanced Security Officer in Bridgwater. You will protect premises, assets and people, maintaining a commanding yet professional security presence.

The role involves a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, averaging 42 hours per week, with 12-hour shifts. An SIA licence and a five-year verifiable work history are required. A full UK driving licence is essential. This permanent role includes a benefits package.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid SIA Licence (Security Guard level or above).
• Ability to pass and hold National Security Clearance Vetting (where applicable).
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Health & Safety procedures.
• Conduct vehicle and personnel checks and comply with DCO obligations.
• Escalate issues and deploy on task as directed by the supervisor.
• Carry out site entry duties and search procedures on vehicles and personnel.
• Perform high visibility patrols and maintain presence on site.

Skills

SIA Licence

Security awareness

Health & safety

Education

Security Industry Authority Licence

Tools

Delivery Management System

Job description

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Enhanced Security Officer (ESO) - Hinkley Point C

Job Category: Security

Contract Partner Company: G4S Security

Employing Company: G4S Secure Solutions Limited

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Enhanced Security Officer (ESO) - Hinkley Point C
G4S Security

Great opportunity to work as an Enhanced Security Officer on our prestigious contract at Hinkley Point C.

Location: Bridgwater
Hours: Average 42 hours per week, based on a 12 hour shift pattern rotating through days, nights and weekends
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off. 05:30am-17:30pm + 06:30am-18:30pm
Pay rate: £17.42 per hour

Your Time at Work
Enhanced Security Officers play a vital role in the protection of our Client's premises, assets, personnel and visitors, which are the key priorities of the security provider. They are required to project a security presence which is both commanding and authoritative whilst remaining calm and professional at all times.

Security Officers fulfil various roles as tasked by their Supervisors and as such are high profile enablers to the site and a key representative of the security provider and the Hinkley Point C Project. Part of the Security duties include being trained to use the Delivery Management System and liaising with vehicle drivers arriving on the main construction site and checking all details are correct and vehicles are released to and from the site in accordance with our DCO obligations. All duties are to be conducted with Health & Safety at the forefront of any task and in full compliance with the Assignment Instructions and Site Guidance Procedures.

Our Enhanced Security Officers employed on the Hinkley Point C Project are trained to an enhanced service level and their performance must meet or exceed the expectations of the security provider and our Client.

Previous security experience is desirable but is not essential. Successful candidates are required to hold a valid Security Industry Authority (SIA) Licence (Security Guard level or above).

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with all Health & Safety procedures as set by our Client and the security provider
• Conduct delivery vehicle and person checks and comply with DCO obligations
• Escalate any delivery issues accordingly
• Deploy on task as set by the supervisor
• Conduct duties at the Site Main Entry Point
• Carry out search procedures on vehicles and personnel
• Conduct high visibility patrols (foot & mobile)
• Operate Proof of Presence
• Respond to security incidents and assist in the coordination of follow up activities
• Produce incident reports
• Liaise with Emergency services
• Operate, maintain equipment and report equipment failures/faults.
• Deliver the highest standards of customer and employee care

Our Perfect Worker

Educational Requirements/Qualifications:

• A good standard of education in Maths, English and IT
• Entry level IT qualification (desirable)

Personal Qualifications:

• Ability to pass and hold National Security Clearance Vetting
• A current valid Security Industry Authority (SIA) Licence or is required
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence is essential
• Able to produce a five year verifiable work history

Preferred Experience:

• A security professional with prior experience gained in a corporate, Critical National Infrastructure, Police or Military environment
• Understanding of H&S requirements

Personal Qualities:

• Highest levels of integrity, respectfulness and professionalism required at all times
• Open, trusting and in the spirit of mutual support, especially when dealing with conflicts of interests
• An engaging and proactive 'can do' attitude where successes and failures are shared
• Doing what we say we are going to do and only committing to what can be done
• Listen and communicate effectively
• Ability to plan ahead as far as possible and share intelligence to prevent surprises

Key Information and Benefits:

• Permanent Contract
• 22 Days Paid leave per year
• Industry Sick Pay
• Daily Travel Allowance
• National Pension Scheme
• Dell, Vodafone and O2 discounts
• Perks at work (national discount scheme)
• Aviva car, home and travel insurance discount
• Health Saturday Fund (health cash back scheme for you and your family)

G4S are a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join their diverse and empowering team today!

Job Ref: 1G4S